These chocolate waffles are rich, fluffy on the inside, and lightly crisp on the outside with a deep cocoa flavor that works perfectly for breakfast or dessert. They pair well with fresh fruit for an easy but special treat.
This post contains affiliate links, if you make a purchase through one of these links, we will make a small commission at no extra cost to you. See our Disclosure Policy for more information. Thank you for your support.
Follow Graceful Little Honey Bee on:
Pinterest | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
Delicious Homemade Chocolate Waffles
These homemade chocolate waffles are a fun way to make breakfast feel a little extra special without making it complicated. They’re made with simple pantry ingredients and have a rich chocolate flavor with crisp edges and a soft, tender center. Serve them with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup for a breakfast the whole family will enjoy.
Chocolate waffles are especially good for slow weekend mornings, birthday breakfasts, or whenever you want something a little different from the usual pancakes and eggs. The batter comes together quickly, and you can have a stack of warm chocolate waffles ready for the table in no time. They’re also easy to make ahead and freeze, so you can keep a batch on hand for an easy breakfast on busy mornings.
Want more homemade breakfast recipes? Here are a few of our favorites:
Ingredients for Chocolate Waffles:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/3 cup melted butter (or neutral oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
How to Make Homemade Chocolate Waffles
Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined, being careful not to over mix.
Fold in mini chocolate chips, if using.
Lightly grease the waffle iron if needed, then pour in the batter and cook according to your waffle maker’s settings until the waffles are set and slightly crisp on the outside.
Serve warm topped with berries, whipped topping, and/or chocolate morsels.
Homemade Chocolate Waffles
These chocolate waffles are rich, fluffy on the inside, and lightly crisp on the outside with a deep cocoa flavor that works perfectly for breakfast or dessert.
Servings: 6 waffles
Calories: 409kcal
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/3 cup melted butter or neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional
-
Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
-
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in mini chocolate chips if using.
-
Lightly grease the waffle iron if needed, then pour in the batter and cook according to your waffle maker’s settings until the waffles are set and slightly crisp on the outside.
-
Serve warm topped with berries, whipped topping, and/or chocolate morsels.
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 331mg | Potassium: 445mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 543IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 3mg
